Road Show 1987 - Articles Page 14

Opened: May 21, 1987
Closing: June 14, 1987

Road Show - 1987 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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From the team that brought us Assassins and Pacific Overtures, Road Show is based on the true story of the Mizner Brothers. Featuring Obie-winning music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and an intricately written book by John Weidman, the piece ran at The Public Theatre in 2008 after being developed at the New York Theatre Workshop and the Goodman Theatre in Chicago in its previous incarnations.



From the Alaskan Gold Rush in the 1890s to the Florida real estate boom in the 1930s, Road Show is the story of men and women in late nineteenth century America, willing to take risks to grab their piece of the American Dream. Spanning 40 years, Road Show specifically focuses on Addison and Wilson Mizner, two brothers who are constantly looking for the next way to strike it rich. This quest turns into a test of morality and judgment for the two brothers that will change their lives in unexpected ways.



The latest offering from American musical theater staple, Stephen Sondheim, Road Show features a medium-sized cast with strong, complex roles for a variety of types. This tale of dreamers who scramble for success, identity and love at the turn of the twentieth century will strike a chord with audiences looking for a skillfully written, intelligent piece of musical theatre history.

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Road Show - 1987 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 14

California TV Personality Huell Howser Dies at 67
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 7, 2013


California TV personality Huell Howser died Sunday night KCET, the network in which his show, CALIFORNIA GOLD, airs, said today. Howser was 67 years old.

Photo Flash: Hard Rock Renames Paradise Road in Honor of GUNS N’ ROSES’ Residency
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 30, 2012


On Monday, Oct. 29, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, AEG Live and Clark County welcomed Guns N' Roses to Las Vegas by temporarily declaring Paradise Road as Paradise City Road in honor of the band's first-ever residency Appetite for Democracy. The street pays tribute to Guns N' Roses record-breaking single "Paradise City" and will keep its new name through the band's run at The Joint, Wednesday, Oct. 31 - Saturday, Nov. 24. Check out the photos from the event below!

Paradise Road to Temporarily be Renamed 'Paradise City Road' in Honor of Guns N' Roses
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 26, 2012


On Monday, Oct. 29, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas and Clark County will declare Paradise Road to be known as Paradise City Road in honor of rock legends Guns N' Roses' first-ever residency, Appetite for Democracy, at The Joint. The street will pay homage to Guns N' Roses' record-breaking hit "Paradise City," through the band's extended run Wednesday, Oct. 31 - Saturday, Nov. 24.

Regan Adair and Bryan T. Donovan Star in WaterTower Theatre's THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP, Now thru 10/21
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2012


WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Terry Martin today announced casting details for The Mystery of Irma Vep which will open the 2012-2013 season. The show stars WaterTower Theatre veterans Regan Adair and Bryan T. Donovan.

WICKED Tour Cast to Host ROCKY HORROR SHOW Benefit Concert, 9/24
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 5, 2012


On Monday, SEPTEMBER 24, at 7:30pm the National Touring Company of WICKED will host "THE WICKED ROCKY HORROR SHOW", a staged concert performance of Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show - Book, music & lyrics by Richard O'Brien. Held at The New Tropicana Las Vegas Historic Showroom, the event will feature the company of WICKED. The net proceeds of this event will benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and Las Vegas's Golden Rainbow.

Eric Church Tops Nominees For 46th ANNUAL CMA AWARDS
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 5, 2012


Eric Church tops the list of final nominees for THE 46th ANNUAL CMA AWARDS with five nominations. The reigning CMA Female and Male Vocalist of the Year Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton each received four nominations. Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Kenny Chesney, Little Big Town, and Taylor Swift each received three nominations for Country Music's Biggest Night™.

THE DAILY SHOW WITH JON STEWART Begins Coverage of Republican Nat'l Convention Tonight, 8/28
by TV News Desk - Aug 28, 2012


THE DAILY SHOW WITH JON STEWART continues its legacy of on the road convention coverage by broadcasting a week of shows during the Republican National Convention in Tampa.

'JON STEWART' to Present 'RNC 2012: The Road to Jeb Bush 2016', Beg. 8/28
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 22, 2012


THE DAILY SHOW WITH JON STEWART and its ongoing political coverage 'Democalypse 2012,' is literally heating up as the entire staff heads to Tampa next week to broadcast a week of shows during the Republican National Convention titled, 'RNC 2012: The Road to Jeb Bush 2016' airing nightly at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT from Tuesday, August 28 through Friday, August 31.

Regan Adair and Bryan T. Donovan to Star in WaterTower Theatre's THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP, 9/28-10/21
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2012


WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Terry Martin today announced casting details for The Mystery of Irma Vep which will open the 2012-2013 season. The show stars WaterTower Theatre veterans Regan Adair and Bryan T. Donovan.

Denis O'Hare to Play The Baker in Public Theater's INTO THE WOODS!
by Robert Diamond - May 31, 2012


The Public Theater announced today that Tony Award winner Denis O'Hare has been cast as The Baker in Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's beloved musical INTO THE WOODS, directed by Timothy Sheader with co-direction by Liam Steel. INTO THE WOODS will be O'Hare's Shakespeare in the Park debut. Previews begin on Monday, July 23 at the Delacorte Theater and continue for five weeks through Saturday, August 25, with an official press opening on Thursday, August 9.

New Season of E!'s KEEPING UP WITH THE KARDASHIANS Premieres Tonight, 5/20
by TV News Desk - May 20, 2012


In an expanded season encompassing 18, one-hour episodes, the family sets out to show the world that despite whatever comes their way, you simply can't keep the Kardashians down. The series, is produced by Ryan Seacrest Productions and Bunim/Murray Productions and premieres tonight, May 20 at 9:00pm ET/PT only on E!

THE DAILY SHOW WITH JON STEWART to Begin Coverage of Republican Nat'l Convention 8/28
by Caryn Robbins - May 8, 2012


THE DAILY SHOW WITH JON STEWART continues its legacy of on the road convention coverage by broadcasting a week of shows during the Republican National Convention in Tampa.

New Season of E!'s KEEPING UP WITH THE KARDASHIANS to Premiere 5/20
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 6, 2012


In an expanded season encompassing 18, one-hour episodes, the family sets out to show the world that despite whatever comes their way, you simply can't keep the Kardashians down. The series, is produced by Ryan Seacrest Productions and Bunim/Murray Productions and premieres Sunday, May 20 at 9:00pm ET/PT only on E!

First Stars Announced for INTO THE WOODS in Central Park; Additional Casting for AS YOU LIKE IT Revealed
by Jessica Lewis - Mar 28, 2012


The Public Theater has announced additional casting today for the 50th Anniversary season of free Shakespeare in the Park at the Delacorte. David Furr (Orlando) and Stephen Spinella (Jaques) join the previously announced MacIntyre Dixon (Adam), Renee Elise Goldsberry (Celia), Omar Metwally (Oliver), and Lily Rabe (Rosalind) in Shakespeare's comedy AS YOU LIKE IT, directed by Daniel Sullivan.

Peter Gill Returns To Cardiff To Direct Chekov's A Provincial Life
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2012


Peter Gill, returns to his native city with a portrait of provincial life in 1890s Russia. Based on Chekhov's short story, A Provincial Life follows one young man's struggle to exchange his privileged position for the life of a worker.

B.B. King Blues Club & Grill Announces April Shows
by James T Harding - Mar 2, 2012


The April 2012 at the B. B. King Blues Club and Grill, NYC, has been announced, featuring Melanie and Oleta Adams.

Peter Gill Returns To Cardiff To Direct Chekov's A Provincial Life
by BWW News Desk - Mar 1, 2012


Peter Gill, returns to his native city with a portrait of provincial life in 1890s Russia. Based on Chekhov's short story, A Provincial Life follows one young man's struggle to exchange his privileged position for the life of a worker.

AUDIO: Vintage Stephen Sondheim Interview from IN THE ROOM
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 27, 2012


The Dramatists Guild of America presents its In the Room series, broadcasting archived audio, unheard by the public since their original recording. In the Room features some of the most influential and celebrated playwrights, composers and lyricists in American theatre, sharing their insight to craft, process and personal stories behind creating some of their most celebrated work. Featured this week is a vintage interview with theatre legend Stephen Sondheim as he chats about lyrics back in 1971.

ALMOST, MAINE Plays Westport's MTC MainStage 2/3-19
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2012


Almost, Maine is a romantic comedy by John Cariani. The show will play February 3-19, 2012 at MTC MainStage Studio Theatre.

Official: INTO THE WOODS & AS YOU LIKE IT Set for Shakespeare in the Park; Lily Rabe Set for 'Rosalind'
by Robert Diamond - Jan 26, 2012


BroadwayWorld.com reported the news exclusively on January 9, 2012 and now the The Public Theater has officially announced the line-up for the 50th Anniversary Shakespeare in the Park season at the Delacorte. Daniel Sullivan, who directed acclaimed productions of All's Well That Ends Well, The Merchant of Venice and Twelfth Night in the Park, will return to direct AS YOU LIKE IT in June with Lily Rabe as Rosalind. The second show of the 50th Anniversary summer season will be Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's beloved musical INTO THE WOODS, directed by Timothy Sheader with co-direction by Liam Steel. Based on the Olivier Award-winning Regent's Park Open Air Theatre London production in 2010, The Public Theater's INTO THE WOODS will be an all new production with an American cast and designers and will be staged in one of the most beautiful outdoor venues in the world-the Delacorte Theater. INTO THE WOODS will begin performances at the end of July.

Peter Gill Returns To Cardiff To Direct Chekov's A Provincial Life
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 17, 2012


Peter Gill, returns to his native city with a portrait of provincial life in 1890s Russia. Based on Chekhov's short story, A Provincial Life follows one young man's struggle to exchange his privileged position for the life of a worker.

ALMOST, MAINE Plays Westport's MTC MainStage 2/3-19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 21, 2011


Almost, Maine is a romantic comedy by John Cariani. The show will play February 3-19, 2012 at MTC MainStage Studio Theatre.

KPFK Radio’s Arts in Review Announces Holiday Show
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 19, 2011


KPFK Radio's Arts in Review, Los Angeles's longest-running radio showcase on live theater and cabaret, presents its annual one-hour Holiday Special, highlighted by the premiere of the radio dramatization, To All a Good Night, performed by the Arts in Review Repertory Company, and the 8th annual concert presentation of Dylan Thomas' A Child's Christmas in Wales, featuring actor Al Alu. Also featured is the music of singer/composer Jane Fuller, the songwriting duo, David Budway & Lou Tracey, Koto Keys (Mara Purl & Marilyn Harris) and satirist Bryant Oden.

Member Tickets On Sale For Public Theater's Sondheim/Kushner Forum 1/17
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 6, 2011


The Public Theater has announced the return of Stephen Sondheim and Tony Kushner to The Public Forum on Tuesday, January 17 at 8:00 p.m.

Don Barnhart Headlines Sin City Comedy Club In Las Vegas, 11/28-12/4
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2011


Don Barnhart is truly one of the hardest working comics today. You may not know him by name but you'll recognize his face as you've seen him on TV and film and he is also a favorite at the top comedy clubs across the country and cruise ships around the world.

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